Student Lab Technologist-Laboratory

CharterCARE of Rhode Island; North Providence (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CharterCARE of Rhode Island North Providence is seeking a Student Lab Technologist to support the Central Processing Department and assist in reference lab, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, and other areas. You will interact with clients and teammates while developing through MLS/MLT coursework in a clinical setting.

Under Laboratory Management, you will perform workstation functions, handle data entry and communications, and maintain HIPAA confidentiality.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Enrolled in an accredited MLS/MLT program.
• Medical terminology and computer skills required.
• Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse customers.
• Ability to multi-task, read and interpret data.
• Confidentiality under HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Perform workstation functions in the Central Processing Department.
• Provide support to reference lab and clinical station areas.
• Assist with data entry, transcription, and messaging.
• Maintain professional responsibility and teamwork with peers.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

MLS/MLT program enrollment

Job description

Student Lab Technologist-Laboratory

CharterCARE of Rhode Island North Providence, Rhode Island, United States

About this position

Summary: Under the direction of the Laboratory Management Team, performs all workstation function in the Central Processing Department and provides support services to the technical workstations of the Laboratory including reference lab, microbiology chemistry/special chemistry, hematology/coagulation/urinalysis, blood bank HIS/LIS/Dispatch and client services.

Education: HS Diploma or GED required. Enrolled in an accredited MLS/MLT program.

Experience: Medical terminology and computer skills required. Previous laboratory experience preferred. Working knowledge of laboratory terminology and specimens required. Ability to utilize sound interpersonal skills when interacting and taking into consideration cultural background, linguistic skills and age of customers. Ability to work cooperatively with peers and other disciplines. Ability to multi-task, read and interpret data. Ability to respond to incoming calls, transcribe details and accurate messages. Ability to file data/reports utilizing system design. Maintains information confidential (HIPAA). Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers and other disciplines. Maintains professional responsibility.

Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements : Works in a well-lighted and well-ventilated area. Must meet annual safety training requirements relative to a safe work place. Must meet health-testing requirements such as TB skin test annually. Frequent patient contact requires adherence to universal precautions at all times. May be required to lift heavy objects weighing 25 pounds from time to time.